Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology · Terre Haute, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology earn a median of $78,732 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $92,135 four years after graduating (middle half: $77,715–$109,121). Median debt is $25,000, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $84,999 | $18,910 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $80,374 | $19,500 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $69,746 | $20,921 |
| Purdue University Northwest Hammond | $68,632 | $22,352 |
| Valparaiso University Valparaiso | $68,265 | $27,000 |
| Trine University Angola | $66,816 | $27,000 |
| University of Evansville Evansville | $66,553 | $25,010 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $64,534 | — |
Other programs at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
- Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$100,294 - Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree
$92,123 - MathematicsBachelor's degree
$85,977 - Chemical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$82,394 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$80,062 - Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree
$73,821 - Biomedical/Medical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$71,714
Frequently asked questions
How much do Mechanical Engineering graduates from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology make?
The median salary is $78,732 one year after graduation and $93,120 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.